Places You Must See When You Visit Mexico

Why Mexico?

First and foremost, with its size of about 1,964,375 sq. km, surely it would be interesting for everyone to tour on its vast area knowing that it is one of the fast growing countries when we speak of economy. Second, there are many places that you must see in Mexico – its beaches, natural wonders, cuisines and historical sites. There would be no spare time when you visit this spectacular country. We listed some of top visited destinations in Mexico to guide you through your travel.

MEXICO CITY. This must be the first thing you should see if you’re looking for a night life that rocks. Being the largest city and capital of Mexico, it houses most of the country’s beautiful spots. In fact, Plaza Garibaldi is considered as the Times Square in New York. Notice that its two tourist destinations, the Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and the "floating gardens" of Xochimilco are declared by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Not to mention its over 21 million population that will definitely make your tour really exciting.

PUERTO VALLARTA. Puerto Vallarta is a Mexican resort city situated in the state of Jalisco. Its name is derived from the state’s former governor, Ignacio Vallarta. It is the 5th largest city in the country. Your heart will be captured with the color-filled sunsets along the bay of Banderas. What makes it a popular destination for tourists are its one-of-a-kind beaches, variety of outdoor activities offered, wildlife, and sumptuous food. Travelers claim Puerto Vallarta as top of their favorite sites in Mexico.

OAXACA. Officially, Free and Sovereign State of Oaxaca has organized local forms of governance. This state is best known for its indigenous people and culture. It is also a top spot for food buddies and for those who want to travel back to history. The area comprises of mountains, jungles, and beaches that makes it a true embodiment of the essence of the country.

ISLA MUJERES. Its name is a Spanish term for Island of Women. It is a small island found in the Caribbean Sea. In fact, the ports up to the main beaches are just footsteps away. There are plenty of spaces to do shopping, eat, or take a siesta. One interesting thing about this place is the romantic tale about a pirate who fell in love with a woman and loved her for his entire life.

TULUM. Tulum is a site of pre-Columbian walled city. It is formerly known by the name Zama, meaning City of the Dawn because it faces sunrise. The main attraction here is the tropical beach environment, which is one of the earliest resorts in Mexico. Its tourist destinations are divided into four areas: the archeological site, the pueblo or town, the hotel zone and the biosphere reserve of Sian Ka'an. Everyone can enjoy its amazing amenities while having the access to many other fantastic places in Yucatan.

Uncover the Beauty of Mexico’s Rainforest

Mexico is situated in the Northern part of America, having a unique geographical landscape that makes it one of the most diverse countries in the world. Having a lot to offer top the locals and tourist alike, Mexico has wide array of rivers, forests, deserts, mountains and volcanoes that what makes it to be one of the most travelled places in the world.

Among those landscapes, Mexico’s rainforest is one of the most sought after wonders in the country. Travelers are fond of visiting their rainforest that guards wide species of animals; tame and wild, birds of all sorts of colors and sizes, and plants ranging from bushes to trees.

Rainforest is defined as a dense rainforest that has 200cm of rain a year. They are found in the tropical region like in Mexico and grow variety of plants, vegetation, and houses animals and many species of insects. It is a sight to see if you visit the country for they say a tropical rainforest holds 50 to 90 percent of species of animals and plants. That is like being inside a book of different species of living creatures. Tropical rainforest also has canopy trees which is used for canopy tours that makes adventure in the rainforest more enjoyable. You can experience the beauty of the rainforest and enjoy the fun of having a canopy tour while learning about plants and wildlife. That’s a treat rolled in two!

Mexico’s rainforest starts around Mexico city and stretch towards the Gulf of Mexico up to the state of Chiapas. Being a rainforest, they only have short dry season and experience rain almost throughout the rest of the year. You will find moist forests in the Gulf of Mexico and in southern Mexico in the Yucatan Peninsula.  The country has a constant temperature the whole year that makes it more favorable for travel in almost any time of the year. Rainfall ranges from 500 mm to 3,000 mm falling towards the coast.

If you visit Mexico’s rainforest, your eyes will feast on over 2,000 plant species, birds of all forms that is about 200 of them, and animals ranging from mammals, amphibians and reptiles. It is important to take a hold of these creatures for they may not be the same number as time progress due to natural and manmade threats to the rainforest.

Take a tour now and experience the beauty of Mexico’s rainforest. Look for a company that can offer you canopy tour so to make the most of your rainforest adventure.

Hop in to an Adventure in Mexico

Mexico has a lot to offer to their visitors from foreign countries. Get a taste of its rich culture and the picturesque beauty of their tourist destinations. Having been one of the 18 megadiverse countries of the world, Mexico boast a large number of species of animals in their forests tamed and wild alike. The government is taking action in the preservation of this biodiversity by enforcing laws to protect the wild.

But there are more to discover in Mexico other than the nature which speaks how rich their biodiversity is. There are other adventures you can experience in this beautiful country; the structures, marine animals and even the friendly locals. If you choose to travel on this side of the world, you have to plan on the list of places and things you have to do to make sure you that when you leave you can say that you make the most out of your Mexican vacation.

Soak on the Beach of Mexico

Mexico has a large array of beach destinations you can go to.  With 7500 miles coastline, you’ll find a number of resorts along the coast. Find beautiful beaches in the resorts of Acapulco, Cancun and the Mayan Riviera. Relax and enjoy the cool breeze on the shore, dine, watch the sunset and just hang on a hammock. If you want you can also discover other hidden resorts that are not so populated thus making your stay more peaceful and personal with nature.

Travel Back in Time with the Archeological Sites

Engage in a guided tour as you discover the rich culture of Mexico. National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) oversees all of Mexico's archaeological sites. Take a travel in time as you experience Mexico’s ancient civilization by taking a walk on the ruins and structures that talks about their past heritage defining their future culture.

The best time for you to take the tour is in the morning or in the early afternoon thus making you avoid the heat on the later time of the day. Make sure you wear comfortable clothes, pout on sunblock and other protection against the sun. I advise you visit Teotihuacan, and see the Pyramids of the Sun and the Moon.

Eco Adventure

Take an adventure on the wild; see the wide species of animals and plants and the aquatic animals. Enjoy nature on a diversified environment as you are taken aback on the beauty of nature. For eco trips, you can visit the Riviera Maya,, and see mangroves and lagoons. You can also take an adventure on their underground caves, do snorkeling, and swim with the dolphins. Riviera Maya has a long day of activity waiting for you. It has a diverse environment perfect for tourist who wants to take on an adventure.

Enjoy Mexican Food and Drinks

After a long day of fun and walk, it’s no way that you won’t look for some place to eat and Mexico has good foods that can satisfy your palette. With restaurants and food stalls along the roads and the different popular places, you will not get hungry even. Indulge on the rich flavors of their food from Desayuno to Comida and Cena.